How to pronounce "comet"

comet

Noun
American
/ˈkɑː.mɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

com et

How natives say comet

British
/ˈkɒ.mɪt/

Syllable Breakdown

com et

How natives say comet

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'k' like in 'cat'.

  • Move to 'ah' with mouth open, as in 'car'.

  • End with 'mit', close lips lightly as in 'mitt'.

Common Mistakes

  • com-ET

  • co-met

  • com-mit

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'k' like in 'cat'.

  • Move to 'o' with rounded lips, as in 'cot'.

  • End with 'mit', close lips lightly as in 'mitt'.

common mistakes

  • com-ET

  • co-met

  • com-mit

FAQ

Why does 'comet' have two syllables?

It's divided into 'com' and 'et'.

Is the 't' in 'comet' silent?

No, pronounce it clearly at the end.

Where is the stress in 'comet'?

Stress is on the first syllable: 'COM-et'.

Definition

comet

An icy body from space that looks bright and moves around the sun.

Word Family

astronomy

/əˈstrɒn.ə.mi/

noun

The study of space and stars.

Example: She loves astronomy.

meteor

/ˈmiː.ti.ɔːr/

noun

A small object from space burning up in Earth's atmosphere.

Example: We saw a meteor last night.

asteroid

/ˈæs.tər.ɔɪd/

noun

A small rocky body orbiting the sun.

Example: Asteroids can be very large.

Key Pronunciation Differences

Comet vs. astronomy

- 'com' vs. 'stra'

Comet vs. meteor

- 'com' vs. 'me'

Comet vs. asteroid

- 'com' vs. 'as'

Pro Tips

Watch Out for Stress

Emphasize the first syllable 'COM', not 'et'.

Practicing Vowels

Make sure the 'o' is clear; not too open or closed.

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